1996 BMW 840 vs. 2004 Ford E-150
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 237 kg more than 1996 BMW 840.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 840 (440 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-150. (388 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2004 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 840 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
